Partly-printed DS, signed “Jeffer. Davis,” one page, 6.5 x 12.5, February 18, 1854. United States War Department pay order submitted to the secretary of the Treasury, requesting that he “issue his Warrant on Lt. J. F. Castor A. A. Q. M. in favor of the Treasurer of the United States, for Four Hundred Dollars.” Signed at the conclusion by Davis as secretary of war and countersigned by two other officials. Suede-matted and framed with a portrait and nameplate to an overall size of 22 x 19. Scattered toning and light foxing, a cancellation punch to the center, and clipped upper corner, otherwise fine condition. A rare format, not often seen signed by Davis. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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